Outdoor Activity Holidays, Mountain Biking, Climbing, Paddle

Fort William and Lochaber is a good destination for a fun holiday with a difference. Water sports, mountain experiences, bushcraft, Fort William.

Fort William is the undisputed Outdoor Capital for outdoor sports and activities in the UK - that's a fact ! There is no where else in the Bristish Isles where you can do almost everything from dive in the sea to fly in the air - with all watersports, country sports, cycling and mountain biking activies and of course mountain sports in between.
Come for a relaxing cruise on the Caledonian Canal, or enjoy a fly-fishing excusions - a day out learning to fly fish by a Highland river, or hillside loch; ride your bikes in our forest tracks, or what about a game of golf on all four Lochaber golf courses... the Fort William area boasts the widest choices of activities for everyone interested in a holiday in this unspoilt, natural, rural area where hills and glens, rivers and lochs, the sea coastline all offer something to do while enjoying the peace and tranquility. Visit Nevis Range, Fort William's outdoor centre for mountain biking, hill walking and winter snowsports.

The list of businesses below represents the broad range of activity providers in the Fort William and Lochaber area. If you are running an outdoor activity business, add your business today !
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Rockhopper Sea Kayaking and canoe hire

Rockhopper Sea Kayaking is based near Fort William on the West Coast of Scotland. We offer half, full or multi-day kayak trips through some of the most spectacular coastal, mountain and island scenery in Scotland. This area is rich in wildlife and you may be lucky enough to encounter seals, dolphins, porpoise, otters, a huge variety of coastal birds or perhaps even the white tailed sea eagle. Whether new to the...

Your Ben Nevis and Glencoe Guide - Friendly and Professional. Here at Hunter Mountaineering we have a passion and reputation for excellence in Private Guiding, Instruction, Coaching and Courses. We operate in both Summer and Winter, with activities ranging from Walking up Ben Nevis (summer or winter), to classic rock or ice climbs, mountain navigation and safety. We are based in Fort William but operate all over the Highlands of Scotland. Decide what you want to do, then email Max [email protected] Ben NevisProfessional Guiding on Ben Nevis, on...

Kirkhope Mountaineering specialises in guiding and instruction in the Fort William and Glencoe area. We offer Guided ascents of Ben Nevis via the Tourist path or routes such as Ledge route and Tower ridge on it's North face. Glencoe is only 30 mins away and has some of the most accessible scrambling and rock climbing in Scotland. Popular classics include Curved ridge, the Aonach Eagach and Agag's Groove.Ben Nevis guided walks are very...

Wild West - Wildlife safaris in Scotland's wild places Wild West offer a selection of wildlife experiences based in the Lochaber area. See Scotland's " Big Five", Photograph red deer, join a searchlight safari to look for the elusive pine marten or a dawn safari to see lekking black grouse, or book your own bespoke safari and we will tailor it to your requirements. The following is a selection of safaris...

Ranked as the No. 1 outdoor activity attraction in our area on Tripadvisor in 2015, Our staff ensure that your activity is a fun and memorable holiday experience that you and your family will remember for life! We are based in the heart of the Great Glen on Loch Oich and the Caledonian Canal in between Fort William and Fort Augustus. Active Highs is a modern Outdoor Activity and Adventure Company with a team...

Mudrock Adventure All year round Mountain Biking and Mountaineering Adventures in Scotland. We are based in Fort William on the West coast of Scotland which means we have access to some of the best Mountain Biking and summer and winter Mountaineering in the U.K. Our aim at Mudrock is to develop your confidence and personal skills in an adventurous but safe environment. If you are new to Mountain Biking or Mountaineering,...

At Lochaber Guides we pride ourselves in offering our clients a unique and unforgettable experience in the Scottish Mountains. From meeting you at the start of your trip to taking the final few steps, our highly experienced, professional and qualified guides will be there to look after you and give you a trip to remember! Being a small company, we like to offer our clients a personalised touch. That may mean...

Ranked as Fort William's No. 1 outdoor activity attraction on Tripadvisor in 2014, we work hard to make our activities the highlight of your holiday! Find us on the A82 between Glencoe and Fort William. We specialise in White Water Rafting and Canyoning, not to mention River Bugging, Via Ferrata and Fun Yakking, all in half day and full day packages. WHITEWATER RAFTING THE RIVER GARRY DAM RELEASED WHITE WATER ALL SUMMER £55pp Our White Water...

Woodland and coastal survival experiences in Lochaber - an adventurous family or small group outdoor activity, that can be tailored for you. Try your hand at bushcraft, survival skills, foraging, navigation, and looking for wildlife tracks and signs, with the guidance of Leon Durbin - an experienced Bushcraft Instructor and Ecologist. Learn wilderness survival skills in the beautiful ancient woodlands, hills and coastlines of the West Coast, and gain a unique insight into these...

Welcome to the Highland Angling Experience, The start of your fully equipped and guided fishing excursion near Fort William in the Highlands of Scotland. The Highland Angling Experience offers fishing excursions for wild Atlantic Salmon and our native wild Brown Trout. We have various packages available from day trips, evening salmon fishing experiences, fishing holidays and fly fishing and casting tuition. We pride ourselves on offering a personal service with a local...

We offer fantastic outdoor activities, off road quad biking and 4×4 experiences in one of the most scenic parts of the U.K. With nearly 50,000 acres at our disposal we can offer something for everyone. With one, two and three &amp; half hour trips you will ride through Ancient Caledonian forests, head in to the hills or follow the rivers with their raging rapids and waterfalls, we can even throw in...

Thistle Trekking provides guided walking holidays in the UK, including on Ben Nevis, West Highland Way, Cape Wrath Trail and The Skye Trail. All our guided treks give you the luxury of enjoying the walk without having to worry about organising all the details, including accommodation and baggage transfer, or worry about trying to find your way. This means you can just enjoy the walk and let us do all the worrying for you!Our Long...

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Free Spirit hire boats are neat clean silent-running electric powered
motor boats that are easy to drive and a perfect opportunity to enjoy the
peaceful, scenic Caledonian Canal for an hour or two.
Couples, car-loads and coach-fulls of all ages are catered for
with safety equipment supplied...

The centre's position offers exceptional facilities for
watersports enthusiasts of all levels. The
Lochaber &amp; Fort William area bounded by an extensive coastal &amp; marine
environment. Snowgoose
Mountain Centre is surrounded by safe water with easy access to the sheltered tidal
waters...

The Arisaig Highland Games open at 12 noon on Wednesday 30th July and this year the Games will feature a Clan Donald Gathering hosted by the home clan, Clan Ranald. The venue is the scenic location of Traigh Farm, Arisaig with sweeping views across sandy beaches towards the Cuillins of Skye &amp;...

Glencoe is the oldest ski centre in Scotland and is a good visitor centre in the summer months when you can take a trip on the chairlift and enjoy the fabulous views.
The centre has a cafe and shop with toilets and information for visitors.

Wild Food, Wild Places, we have a 40ft deluxe charter vessel Cyfish with comfortable seating and galley to cook from. This makes the perfect platform to explore the seascapes and environs of the Knoydart peninsula, Isle of Skye, Eigg, Rum, Muck and Canna the Hebridean Treasures. Experience...

The Fort William Marathon is a new marathon for the Lochaber area. This new marathon is a multi-terrain route starting and finishing at Nevis Range. The course takes in the sights of Leanachan Forest, the old railway viaduct, General Wade's High Bridge, The Commando Memorial, Caledonian Canal,...

Board Souter’s Lass for a wonderful cruise down Loch Linnhe and enjoy the breath-taking scenery of Lochaber. With our unique and informative skipper’s commentary, you may well see some of Scotland’s best wildlife including the family of porpoise who live in Loch Linnhe, salmon, common and grey...

Dorchar Aile, britains most westerly sleddogcentre offers
professional Sleddogtours in the breathtaking wilderness of the Scottish
Highlands and Islands.
Our family-friendly Sleddogcentre is surrounded by the atlantic
ocean...

Wilderness Guides Canoeing offer guided canoe trips throughout the west coast of Scotland and the Highlands.
Scotland boasts world-class canoeing locations offering amazing opportunities to explore highland lochs or get up close and personal to the wildlife on the coast.
Canoeing offers a...

Laser Clay Shooting
Fun! Skilled! Addictive!
The laser sport system uses
real deactivated Berretta single trigger 12 Bore shotguns fitted with state of
the art electronic gadgetry! The clays are released from a standard electronic
trap and participants aim at them just as they...

FAST BOAT TASTER SESSIONS! YES THAT'S RIGHT _ YOU CAN BE DRIVING THIS BOAT!!!Want to try something different on your holiday? Or need that surge of adrenaline? Then come to iPowerboat!
Our taster sessions will take you on a journey on Loch Leven and Loch Linnhe, and we will show you some of...

Skyak Adventures are based in Skye but we often explore the Lochaber shoreline during our sea kayaking trips. We offer individual and group training and canoeing / kayaking expeditions around the Scottish West Highland sea coastline.
For more details about our outdoor adventures, kayaking and...

Paddle Surf Scotland is Scotland's Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) specialists. We offer board hire, coaching, sales and advice from our two bases in Perthshire and near Fort William.Stand Up Paddleboarding is the worlds fastest growing watersport, come and find out why in some of Scotland's most...

Learn to take better digital photographs on one of our photography courses. Digital photography is a fantastic, well-developed medium for capturing great photographs and video. Its never been easier to take good photos - with a little help and advice.I offer personal One-2-One photography...

We offer a range of all-inclusive hobby-based and creative leisure breaks in some of the most stunning locations on the Ardnamurchan peninsula. Staying at top quality hotels, enjoy a few days indulging in your passion, hobby or artistic profession. Workshops are being added all the time, but...

Come and explore the steeper side of Lochaber! I provide experienced and friendly guiding and instruction on Ben Nevis and in Glencoe.I specialise in taking and teaching novices climbing and mountaineering. All my days out are bespoke and just for you and your party. Whether you are looking for a...

The inaugural hill race on Beinn Resipol starts at Resipole Farm Holiday Park on the Ardnamurchan Peninsula on Saturday 19th September at 1.00pm. Details of how to take part can be found on the benresrace.wordpress.com website. The race sets off from Loch Sunart and meanders its way up and down...

GLENGARRY HIGHLAND GAMES usually the first Saturday in July - please confirm details with the organisers.Invergarry Shinty Field
1pm-5pmA traditional Highland Games with Heavy, Track and Field events, Hill Race and childrens races. Tug'o'war, Highland Dancing and the Lochaber Pipe Band....

The Barmouth to Fort William Three Peaks Yacht Race combines yachting and mountain running and cycling into one of the greatest adventure challenges in British sport.
Five team members are allowed, comprising a combination of sailors and runners, their aim is to sail from Barmouth, on the...

From the aspiring novice to the more advanced mountaineer Snowgoose Mountain Centre offers
the perfect introduction, course, mountain guiding or holiday of a lifetime. This
is whether you want an introduction to rock climbing &amp; abseiling,
learn to lead on rock, develop your...

Welcome to Nevis Range - the all seasons outdoor activity mountain centre in Fort William where you can ride the gondola, walk, shop, ski, snowboard, mountain bike or just simply relax…
Nevis Range is an all seasons attraction just north of Fort William, offering a scenic Gondola ride to...

Lochaber Agricutural Show, each year in August - see What's On icon above for this year's event details. 10am-5pm. Happy valley, Torlundy, Fort William PH33 6SN
Come and join us at our local Highland Agricultural Show at the foot of Ben Nevis!All school children enter free!! Adults £7. ...

Fort William Golf Club is located just north of Fort William by the A82. This course lies under the shadow of Ben Nevis and is a challenging course with great views.Our 9 hole golf course will provide you with a great golfing experience below the highest mountain in the British Isles. You have a...

Join us on the shores of picturesque Loch Sunart for the local annual show featuring cattle, sheep, and bird stock judging. There will also be craft tables and local history archive display, children's games, pipe band and Highland dancing, tug of war and hill race, local food and bar and an...

Caledonian Discovery operate 2 large holiday barges, allowing you to discover the Caledonian Canal through the Great Glen including Loch Ness. Starting at either Inverness or Fort William, enjoy an unique holiday experience, amidst superb Highland scenery. Prices include all food and...

Fort William's Indoor Climbing Centre! We have a bouldering wall suitable for absolute beginners up to climbers pushing our V7+ circuit. The roped climbing wall is also available for competent climbers or anyone under the instruction of our notoriously friendly staff. On site we also have an...

Holes: 9. Par: 68. SSS: 65. Length: 5038Probably one of the most scenic golf courses in Scotland! In the heart of Glencoe, located not far from Ballachulish and about 12 miles south of Fort William, the Dragon's Tooth is a magnificent, woodland course set below a 3,000+ foot mountain. Hotels and...

Step aboard the Waverley - the last seagoing Paddle Steamer in the world &amp; the classic cruise ship Balmoral.The Waverley visits Fort William on the May Bank Holiday every year and takes day trippers down the water to Oban, Mull and Iona, on a wonderful sea-trip where the scenery is...

Join us for a cruise on the Caledonian Canal from Banavie, Near Fort William.
Soak up the unique canal atmosphere, keep your eyes peeled for
deer,otters and eagles and navigate your way through working locks and gates.
Marvel at the fascinating historical landmarks, pretty lochs and inlets...

I love Scotland.I love exploring the beautiful mountains &amp; glens of the Scottish Highlands.I love meeting people and sharing my passion. I decided to combine this energy into creating a small friendly guiding company. I offer a highly personalized private and bespoke guiding service for...

Traigh Golf Course welcome visitors and is “Probably the most beautifully sited nine hole Golf Course in the world” (says The Scotsman newspaper). It was recently made world famous by a large sinkhole that opened up on the course.The sinkhole has now been safely repaired and the course is...

Kirkhope Mountain Biking is a bespoke Mountain bike guiding and coaching company based in the Highlands of Scotland. We offer half or full day coaching courses and single or multi day guided trips through out Scotland and specialize in big adventurous days out in the many varying landscapes that...

West Coast Mountain Guides are based in the Scottish Highland town of Fort William. Since then West Coast Mountain Guides has been delivering friendly and professional hillwalking, mountaineering and climbing courses throughout the year across the Scottish Highlands and Islands.Our Instructors...

For a unique cruise through one of Scotland’s most remote, beautiful and unspoilt landscapes, take a trip to Glenfinnan. Join local skipper Jim Michie on his lovingly restored 1940 ex-naval harbour launch, who will guide you along this magnificent loch while keeping a close eye out for Golden...

At Hillwalk Tours, we take pride in creating travel experiences that make people happy.Our tours are specifically organised to take the stress out of travel, as we arrange everything from detailed route notes, luggage transfers and accommodation.We have visited every B&amp;B along the routes that...

Ardnamurchan Charters offer a very wide choice of outdoor cruises and day trips to Tobermory on Mull, and to many other islands and destinations off Lochaber's rugged coastline.We operate boat charters for fishing parties and wildlife filming and viewing.We offer outdoor activities for families...

Choosing a cycle tour is a unique (and we think the best!) way to discover Fort William, and the Highlands beyond. The Carter Company offers a stunning 8 night guided cycling holiday, with set departure dates, which starts and ends in Fort William. The Scottish Highlands are world renowned for...